L. Richard Walker is the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of West Virginia, a government-funded legal office specializing in the defense of indigent clients charged with federal offenses. Established in 2002, this office stands out for its dedicated, court-appointed representation in a wide range of federal criminal cases, from minor infractions to complex felony prosecutions.
The office operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) and serves a 32-county region across the northern and eastern panhandles of West Virginia. Its team of experienced federal public defenders is committed to providing high-quality legal defense to individuals who cannot afford private counsel, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.
Services Offered
- Defense of federal criminal charges
- Representation for petty offenses
- Defense of complex felony prosecutions
- Indigent client legal services
- CJA (Criminal Justice Act) representation
- Client and family resources
- Legal advice and case defense for federal offenses
The office serves the Northern District of West Virginia, with physical locations in Wheeling, Clarksburg, and Martinsburg, ensuring accessibility for clients across the region’s widespread jurisdiction.
